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Thetford Forest Caravan Club Site

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Open dates: 22/03/2013 to 04/11/2013

Open to Members & Non-members

Earliest arrival time 12:00

Contact

High Ash,Hilborough,Swaffham,Norfolk,IP26 5BZ

01842 878356

Community rating

4 out of 5
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Pitches (what are these?)

  • Total pitches 86
  • Hardstanding 37
  • Storage 33
  • Max length = 9 metres

Description

Thetford Forest Caravan Club Site (formerly The Covert) is set in luscious Forestry Commission woodland. Quiet and secluded, the caravan park offers pitching areas in little open glades and tempting trails for exploring the natural charms of the surrounding area. Within the forest there is a memorial area to the Desert Rats, giving the visitors a flavour of life during the Second World War.

Within a short distance from Thetford Forest Caravan Club Site (formerly The Covert) you will discover the market town of Swaffham. Steeped in Georgian history, the town also has a fine Saturday market for some leisurely retail therapy. It is also known for being the birthplace of Howard Carter, discoverer of Tutankhamun's tomb, and there is an extensive exhibition about him in the local history museum located above the town hall. Both King's Lynn and Norwich have other historical centres of note, and are within easy driving distance of the caravan park. Another excellent day excursion would be the beautiful Norfolk coastline with its many charming villages.

(PDF)Access statement

(PDF)Biodiversity appraisal

(PDF) Site details leaflet

Site rules & policies

Club site rules

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  • Dog walk on site or nearby
  • Quiet and peaceful (off peak)
  • Motorhome waste disposal
  • No toilet block
  • Part hard standings
  • Storage pitches available
  • Wi-Fi internet access

Earliest arrival time: 12:00

Postcode: IP26 5BZ

GPS co-ordinates:

Latitude: 52.53954

Longitude: 0.66748

OS ref: 144 : TL810967

Sites directory map number: L6

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Directions

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Turn right off A1065 (Swaffham - Brandon) about 2.25m past Hilborough into site entrance road. Note: particular care required turning right into site by WW2 tank. Try to avoid Brandon on A1065 between 16:00 and 18:00 due to traffic congestion.

Nearby

Travel

Walking

The Forestry Commission information office is at the High Lodge Visitors Centre, where you can obtain more information on the forest and its walks, trails and wildlife. Certain restrictions are laid down by the Forestry Commission - please observe notices displayed by them, especially those warning when firearms are being used by the Rangers.

Cycling

The nearest National Cycle Network route to this site is route number 13, Bury St Edmunds to Fakenham.

Nearby Sustrans cycle routes

Local amenities

Town (Swaffham)

Supermarket (The closest shops are a butchers, grocers and newsagents in Mundford village. There is also a Post Office and ladies hairdresser. All larger supermarkets in Brandon, 7miles away)

Places of worship (C of E, Catholic, Methodist and United Reformed Churches are in the local area.)

Attractions and events

Event Attraction Member offer

AttractionIceni Brewery

Thetford, Norfolk

Distance: 1.4 miles

Member offer

Tours of the brewery, featuring traditional and new methods of brewing and the history of brewing. Hop garden and shop open.

AttractionFantastic Days

Thetford, Norfolk

Distance: 3.5 miles

Member offer

Fantastic Days is one of the biggest outdoor action event suppliers in the UK. We offer brilliant outdoor activity days, corporate days out, team building events, stag/hen parties & gift vouchers for a range of activities for adults.

AttractionGrimes Graves

Thetford, Norfolk

Distance: 3.8 miles

Member offer

Neolithic flint mines. Five thousand years old and first excavated in the 1870s with over 300 pits and shafts. One open to the public and a 30ft deep, 7 radiating gallery.

AttractionGooderstone Water Gardens

Swaffham, Norfolk

Distance: 4.4 miles

Member offer

Water gardens covering 6.5 acres, with trout stream, four ponds, waterways, mature trees, colourful plants, kingfisher hide, nature trails and 13 bridges. Tearoom with home-made cakes and disabled toilets.

AttractionIceni Village and Museums

Swaffham, Norfolk

Distance: 4.6 miles

Member offer

Iceni tribal village reconstruction, believed to be on the original site. Medieval cottage and forge with museum, Saxon church 630AD, carriage, vintage engine and farm museum.

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Most recent reviews

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4 out of 5

Enjoying the Covert

I would say we really enjoyed a long weekend here, the weather was fantastic, the site was impeccable clean and well maintained and the wardens were very polite and helpful. The fact the wifi wasn't working, in my opinion was a bonus as it meant it was possible to get away from technology for a while and enjoy the forest and nature. There's a great opportunity for cycling and walking and is suitable for the whole family.
8 reviews3 helpful votes
Daz67 reviewed on 09/05/2013

Caravanner

5 out of 5

Peace & quiet

5 out of 5

Facilities & cleanliness

5 out of 5

Location

4 out of 5

Good for families

Comments (0)

4 out of 5

Peace and Quiet

Thetford Forest is an extremely quiet site, surrounded by pine forests with endless walks. The wardens were extremely friendly and helpful. The site is situated about 800 metres from the A1065, there was no audible noise from this busy road, just the tranquil noise of the forest and the views of the roaming deer.
4 reviews2 helpful votes
ilovehills reviewed on 08/05/2013

Caravanner From Leicestershire

5 out of 5

Peace & quiet

5 out of 5

Facilities & cleanliness

5 out of 5

Location

4 out of 5

Good for families

Comments (0)

5 out of 5

Great Place

We stayed here 29/4/13 to 3/5/13 still a great place, the wardens this year are really great and very helpful, we stay here about 4 times a year as its only 30 miles from where we live, its so peaceful, and lovely walks from the site, Went into Thetford which is not far away also Swaffham which is a bit run down now, mostly Charity shops, however there is a good butchers shop (sorry cant remember the name but its on the right hand side as you go in ) Great weather was really hot hate to say it but I was glad of the shade from the trees !!!! HAPPY CARRAVANNING 2013. ( PLEASE KEEP THIS SITE OPEN ALL YEAR SO MANY OF US NOW CARAVAN ALL YEAR )
35 reviews39 helpful votes
Janny reviewed on 07/05/2013

5 out of 5

Peace & quiet

5 out of 5

Facilities & cleanliness

5 out of 5

Location

4 out of 5

Good for families

Comments (0)

5 out of 5

if you like walking then this site is for you, especially if you have a dog.

my wife and I love this site it is so peaceful with a host of bird life. it is kept exeptionally clean . if you like walking then you will find yourselves very spoilt for choice as there are so many different areas to explore. we have a dog and he absolutely loves it here!
2 reviews1 helpful votes
jonpy reviewed on 06/05/2013

5 out of 5

Peace & quiet

5 out of 5

Facilities & cleanliness

4 out of 5

Location

3 out of 5

Good for families

Comments (0)

5 out of 5

Great for First Timers

Very first stay anywhere in our newly acquired motorhome. Explained this on arrival & the help offered was really useful & supportive. Felt really comfortable asking questions & couldn't have been more helpful. Our stay was littered with the usual "learner" experiences like overflowing toilets & incorrect hook ups - but we had fun!!! ...and intend coming back for more. Our dogs loved the nearby woods & the peacefulness of the site was really appreciated. Although I have little other experiences to measure this against I would really recommend both the site & its wardens to anyone. If our experience here is replicated on future stays at other sites we look firward to the fun ahead
1 reviews1 helpful votes
markhub reviewed on 01/05/2013

5 out of 5

Peace & quiet

5 out of 5

Facilities & cleanliness

5 out of 5

Location

4 out of 5

Good for families

Comments (0)

4 out of 5

Spring visit

Great site if you like us love peace and quiet in a good location for walking or cycling. Saturday market at Swaffam is close by and well worth a visit as is the National Trust Oxburgh Hall. Wardens were very welcoming and helpful, sadly the motorhome services did not fit the description. The "grey" emptying point was in the centre of the bay and therefore not suitable for our van. Otherwise a great stay and looking forward to visiting again.
1 reviews1 helpful votes
markandannam reviewed on 29/04/2013

5 out of 5

Peace & quiet

3 out of 5

Facilities & cleanliness

5 out of 5

Location

4 out of 5

Good for families

Comments (0)

5 out of 5

top class site

brillant site our first visit to a cl site and wasnt disapointed.very frendly made welcome by the wardens. was so inpressed allready made 2 more weekend bookings,dog frendly nice walks .all all couldnt find a fault thank you
4 reviews1 helpful votes
archie1962 reviewed on 25/04/2013

5 out of 5

Peace & quiet

5 out of 5

Facilities & cleanliness

5 out of 5

Location

2 out of 5

Good for families

Comments (0)

5 out of 5

Our first trip this year

This Thetford Forest site is only an hour away from our home and so for the past three years we have made this our first outing with the caravan whilst we check everything out. The site is quiet and peaceful with lovely pitches in woodland glades - and has significant WW2 history to add extra interest. The wardens are lovely, welcoming and helpful, and there are many walks and places of interest in the area. Birds and wildlife in abundance. We love this place!
2 reviews1 helpful votes
Varnam reviewed on 17/04/2013

5 out of 5

Peace & quiet

4 out of 5

Facilities & cleanliness

5 out of 5

Location

3 out of 5

Good for families

Comments (0)

Special offers and prices

Member rates per night

Date Adult Child (5-17 years) Pitch
20 May 13 - 23 May 13 £4.00 £1.10 £4.70
24 May 13 - 01 Jun 13 £5.40 £1.10 £6.40
02 Jun 13 - 24 Jul 13 £4.30 £1.10 £4.90
25 Jul 13 - 31 Aug 13 £5.40 £1.10 £6.40
01 Sep 13 - 28 Sep 13 £4.30 £1.10 £4.90
29 Sep 13 - 24 Oct 13 £4.00 £1.10 £4.70
25 Oct 13 - 04 Nov 13 £4.30 £1.10 £4.90

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